Margaret Heidenry

Senior Staff Writer, New American Funding

Margaret Heidenry is a writer at New American Funding. She was previously an editor and writer at Realtor.com. Her work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, and Boston Magazine.

Margaret Heidenry Articles

Housing News
May 27, 2026

The Typical Down Payment Just Hit a Four-Year Low. What It Means for Homebuyers

Here’s what buyers need to know about how a lower down payment can clear a pathway to homeownership.

Homeowners
May 26, 2026

The Best Advice for Selling a Home in Today’s Market, According to Real Estate Pros

Here’s where smart home sellers gain an edge and how to position your property to attract offers.

Housing News
May 21, 2026

Mortgage Interest Rates Climbed, But Remain Lower Than a Year Ago

Mortgage interest rates climbed this week, but remain lower than they were a year ago.

Homebuyers
May 18, 2026

The Best Advice for Homebuyers Right Now, According to Real Estate Pros

Here’s how savvy homebuyers are approaching the spring and summer market and where to focus your strategy as you hunt for a home.

Inclusive Lending
May 4, 2026

How Asian Americans Are Building Wealth Through Homeownership

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re taking a closer look at one of the most powerful ways many Asian American families are building lasting wealth: homeownership.

Homebuyers
April 30, 2026

How Homebuyers Can Negotiate in a Friendlier Housing Market

In recent years, buying a home often meant moving fast and paying asking price (or more.) Yet this spring, buyers have more room to negotiate an offer and save in various ways.

Homebuyers
April 29, 2026

America’s Homes Are Older Than Ever. What Homebuyers Need to Know Before Making an Offer

The typical U.S. home is now middle-aged at 44 years old, the oldest on record. The goal isn’t to avoid older homes. It’s to understand what to look for, what to ask, and how to plan accordingly.

Homebuyers
April 28, 2026

Mortgage Rates Then, Now, and Why Sitting on the Sidelines Could Cost You

To understand today’s housing market, it helps to look at how mortgage rates have changed before, during, and after the pandemic.

Homeowners
April 27, 2026

Hoping for a Quick Home Sale? How Home Sellers Can Get Ahead This Spring

After years of limited housing supply, more homes are entering the market in many areas this season. That means selling with a strategy is becoming essential.

Homebuyers
April 24, 2026

What Homebuyers and Sellers Need to Know About “Coming Soon” Listings

An increasing number of properties are now listed as “coming soon,” giving buyers a sneak peek of homes before they officially hit the market.